1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 420 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Bigua | 420 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |